SmoothType

Enhance text editors with a smooth, Microsoft Word-style cursor caret animation.

Extension stats

By: JsZ
Users: 249 ▲ 18
Rating: 5.00 (3)
Version: 0.0.1 (Last updated: 2024-08-07)
Creation date: 2024-08-06
Risk impact: Moderate risk impact
Risk likelihood: Moderate risk likelihood
Manifest version: 3
Permissions:
  • storage
  • webNavigation
  • activeTab
Size: 33.03K

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Extension summary

SmoothType enhances text editors by adding a smooth, Microsoft Word-style cursor caret animation, making your typing experience more fluid and visually pleasing.

The extension allows you to fully customize the cursor caret's visual settings, including adjustable transition delays and custom CSS animation effects.

Currently supports Google Docs, Sheets, and Overleaf.

User reviews

by Gaurav Yadav, 2024-08-13

extremely smooth very good use
by Ellz, 2024-08-07

This is exactly what I've been looking for and the customizable settings make it even better
by Michael Set, 2024-08-06
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Extension safety

Risk impact

SmoothType requires a few sensitive permissions. Exercise caution before installing.

Risk likelihood

SmoothType is probably trust-worthy. Prefer other publishers if available. Exercise caution when installing this extension.

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